As of May, 2024, a 1975 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $3.00 and $10,500.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $9,000.00 in the 04/29/2018 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: Victor David Brenner/Frank Gasparro
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 5,451,476,142
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Zinc
Series: Lincoln Cents 1959 to Date

1975 Penny, Rd (Regular Strike) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6810,500.00
MS-67+650.00
MS-67140.00
MS-66+42.00
MS-6635.00
MS-65+22.00
MS-6516.00
MS-64+10.00
MS-648.00
MS-63+4.00
MS-633.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State3.0010,500.001,039.09

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1975 Lincoln Cent (Modern). We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1975-D Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A7.0010,000.00
1975-S Penny, DCAM (Proof)N/AN/A4.0015,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1975 Penny, Rd (Regular Strike) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$57.00

Lowest Sale Price
$881.25

Highest Sale Price
$205.00

Average Sale Price
$93.00

Most Recent Sale Price
38

Number of Sales
$7,789.95

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-689,000.009,000.009,000.00
MS-6757.00881.25205.00
MS-667.00109.0027.23
MS-65+7.0013.0010.60
MS-6411.0011.0011.00
MS-6358.0058.0058.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1975 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin across various grades from MS-63 to MS-68. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-68 having the highest max price $9,000.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1975 Penny, RD (Regular Strike).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1975 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 55.26% share, followed by Great Collections / David Lawrence RC with 22.37% / 19.74% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1975 Penny, RD (Regular Strike) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions93.0004/30/2023
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC250.0001/29/2023
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions65.0008/07/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions444.0007/14/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions63.0006/19/2019
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions61.0009/12/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions94.0006/06/2018
MS-68PCGSHeritage Auctions9,000.0004/29/2018
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions79.0006/27/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions881.2504/26/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions223.2503/14/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0001/31/2017
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions164.5007/05/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions141.0006/22/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions493.5001/31/2016
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions282.0006/14/2015
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions79.0001/18/2015
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections18.0012/07/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections18.0008/24/2014
MS-67PCGSGreat Collections84.7008/17/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections13.0007/06/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections9.0006/15/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections18.0006/15/2014
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions246.7506/09/2014
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections7.0005/25/2014
MS-65+NGCGreat Collections11.0003/23/2014
MS-66NGCGreat Collections21.0003/16/2014
MS-65+PCGSGreat Collections7.0012/08/2013
MS-66NGCGreat Collections21.0012/01/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections14.0010/13/2013
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions200.0006/05/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections10.0003/24/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections13.0001/13/2013
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections21.0010/07/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections35.0003/04/2012
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC29.0002/02/2012
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC228.0002/02/2012
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions355.0001/20/2012
MS-66PCGSGreat Collections10.0010/30/2011
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions109.0009/22/2010
MS-67PCGSDavid Lawrence RC230.0007/01/2010
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena201.0006/17/2010
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions17.0005/13/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions29.0005/06/2009
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions23.0004/22/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions39.0004/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions230.0002/01/2009
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions150.0012/04/2008
MS-67PCGSBowers & Merena170.0011/01/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions184.0009/29/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0009/29/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions127.0009/29/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions207.0009/01/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions159.0008/13/2008
MS-64PCGSDavid Lawrence RC11.0012/06/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC32.0007/30/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC32.0007/23/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC32.0003/19/2007
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC32.0002/19/2007
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions16.0012/04/2006
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions109.0010/23/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC44.0010/09/2006
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC52.0010/02/2006
MS-67NGCHeritage Auctions57.0006/05/2006
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0001/09/2006
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC12.0012/05/2005
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0005/04/2005
MS-67NGCDavid Lawrence RC109.0003/21/2005
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC31.0001/03/2005
MS-65+PCGSHeritage Auctions13.0011/17/2004
MS-66PCGSDavid Lawrence RC8.0011/08/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions155.0007/26/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions22.0007/21/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions161.0007/30/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions52.0005/28/2003
MS-63NONEHeritage Auctions58.0006/01/2000